How did the arrival of a boisterous German Shepherd Dog with hip dysplasia end up in a 200km Ultra Welsh 3 Peaks Challenge to raise money for Hero Paws and help the ex service dogs they look after? This blog looks at the immense problems ex service dogs can face when they get to the end of their working life through the experienced eyes of the charity Hero Paws. These dogs are heroes. Many have saved lives or kept us safe. They need a secure and safe life on civvy street.
It also highlights how German Shepherd Kane, who arrived in his new home in pain and a bit bewildered, was transformed by integrative vet care and able to step up to a huge walking challenge.
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Fireworks: Tips for Terrified Dogs
Many animal owners and guardians dread the onset of firework season whether it’s Bonfire Night, New Year’s Eve or random celebrations. There are many things you can do to help prepare your dog – or any other animal – and enable them to cope with these potentially traumatic situations. We asked canine behaviourist Julie Moss to tell us more. This article largely relates to dogs, but a lot of information is applicable to any animal that is distressed by fireworks.
The Magic of Christmas
The Christmas story – in common with similar tales from around the world – is full of hope and healing, and the bond we have with animals shines though…..
Healing Stinging Nettles
Once prized as a valuable source of food, medicine and material to make cloth and cord, the nettle (Urtica dioica) is now largely seen as a troublesome weed to be vigorously cut, strimmed and sprayed to control or kill it. We asked Caroline Hearn of Hedgerow Hounds to tell us about its uses and healing properties in Healing Stinging Nettles.
Healing Hawthorn
We are all familiar with Hawthorn, especially in our hedgerows. As well as being fantastic for wildlife, it has many healing properties. We asked Caroline Hearn of Hedgerow Hounds and Hedgerow Horse to tell us more.
Wonderful Wonderstar – a Remarkable Recovery
Herbalist Michaela Ritter of Samovila Specialised Herbal Therapy tells us about a poorly Oldenburg mare whose owner asked for help when she arrived back at the yard in a dreadful state.
Rose Power
Roses can help heal in many ways. As well as culinary uses, there are numerous applications for medical, emotional and behavioural problems for you and your animals. Here we look at flower and other essences, herbal medicine, aromatherapy and homeopathy.
Pickle – the Cat Who Led Me to Complementary Treatments
Elderly cat Pickle led her owner to discover more options within truly integrated veterinary care and embark on a career in holistic treatments for cats.
Getting Your Rabbit’s Diet Right
Your rabbit’s diet is essential to making sure they have a long and healthy life. It is so
important to get it right but unfortunately this can be difficult. There’s a lot of
misinformation out there, and a lot of products on the market which are really unsuitable for
rabbits. Rabbit expert and bunny bonding coach, Fiona Murphy, tells us more about the ideal rabbit diet.